05/31/2025
Today is my brother Rob’s birthday. He would have been 56 today. A friend asked me if I had a fav memory of him.
There was almost 10 years between us, so our relationship always seemed to weave between siblings and parent type figure.
However, I have many memories that I hold dear to my heart. I’m lucky enough to have the last voicemail that he left me. I remember parking the car outside of Sears, listening to the message, and calling him back. I had something to tell him, and I was nervous, but he was steady, calm, reassuring, and offered me valuable advice.
Older memories I have with Rob include skiing together, his singing and laughter, his typical “well yes and no” responses.
This morning I listened to his voicemail.
This afternoon I listened to a song that reminds me of him… “I’m Too Sexy” by Right Said Fred.
Forever my brother. ❤️🩹